The Basic Principles of Program Design - 234

Mike McElroy returns to the show and we talk programming. If you've ever wondered where to even begin when thinking about designing a program this episode is a great starting point. Admittedly most of the discussion is around programming for CrossFit, but some of the principles we discuss will still apply to those seeking other types of strength training program design. We get asked all the time to do an introduction to programming concepts, so here you have it! But by no means is this an end all be all discussion on programming, this is just meant to get the party started! If you dig this and want to know more let us know and we can delve deeper in future episodes.

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Barbell Shrugged helps people get better. Usually in the gym, but outside as well. In 2012 they posted their first podcast and have been putting out weekly free videos and podcasts ever since.

Along the way they have created successful online coaching programs including The Muscle Gain Challenge, FLIGHT, Barbell Shredded, and Barbell Bikini.

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[BarbellShrugged]

Part 2 picks back up at 52:01! Thanks for watching :)

[alexanderayaz]

Another great podcast. I'm from NYC and started Crossfit about a year ago and love it. I'm thinking about doing the SSC too. Thanks for keeping my car rides entertaining and providing us all with helpful information pertaining to weightlifting, nutrition, conditioning, recovery, etc.

[jaredowen]

Really happy to see Kurt Mullican on the show more (My coach in the SSC so I may be a bit bias) haha, I love all the hosts but he adds a little extra humor that makes the show even that much better (hard since its already great).

[mahmoudtarek]

LOVED it!! Please do more episodes on programming

[keaganmurray]

Im loving all these very direct questions. Too many youtube interviews are just somebody saying "well it depends" for an hour. I really love to see these guys cutting through that shit

[bballniner]

This is the best podcast this group has had. Best one since the OG Crew left.

[CoachTmurphy]

Great episode! Can you please make a list of good programming resources such as the books you mentioned? Also did Coach McElroy do the full OPEX CCP course or the OPEX program design course, I'm thinking of doing that course.

[zdss]

What energy system charts do you use, and how do you use them to program your reps and weight?

[justinhogge]

When do they actually talk about program design?

[eliasroman]

You guys should do a show with Dane Miller from Garage Strength. Hands down one of the best Weightlifting and strength coaches in the country.

[northernwrx]

what importance do you feel coaches notes for athletes are? i have tried to give my athletes a focus for the day and an energy system to try and maintain yourself in throughout the workout. just would like to hear your thoughts.

[RedfitCa]

Really love the podcast, but a 30 minute add after only 20 minutes of content was a bit much.
Regardless, info from this episode was legit. Thanks team

[stephencaserta]

What chart was Mike talking around 10:00?

[bnersquad]

Is the program geared also for people who want to crack regionals? Finished top-80 last year and want to get there.

[richardmcwade]

whats the name of the website mentioned at the end of the episode?

[petemiller]

The Shrugged Strength Challenge. Is that program meant to be totally standalone or is it something that you can continue going to regular crossfit classes and also do the challenge workouts?

[gigabuyceps]

what are the top books on programming today?

[DylanFarrow]

I love it. Crossfit is so new you should just "go do it". DO WHAT! You never explained what crossfit is

[nualln]

Did I just watch a 30 minute commercial?

[suivaxbroussard]

There are literally no books on CrossFit other than expiriences and stuff.